Old North Church

Old North Church is the location mentioned in the famous “One if by land, and two if by sea” phrase from the Longfellow’s poem “Paul Revere’s Ride.” On the night of April 18, 1775, it was from the steeple of this very church that two lanterns were hung to signal that the British was arriving via the sea route. Admission to the Old North Church is free. Upon arrival, visitors are seated in the church’s box pews to hear a brief 5-7 minute presentation by the docents on the history of Old North highlighting the founding of the church, items of architectural interest, the lantern story , and the role of the Old North in the American revolution. A 30-minute behind-the-scenes guided tours are also available, but with a charge.